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This succinct volume is remarkably focused and ably succeeds in summarizing the progess of one of the most vital Euopean cinemas while still keeping and close eye on specific examples.' - Rebecca H. Bauman, Journal of Romance Studies

About the Author

Geoffrey Nowell-Smith is Professor of Cinema Cultures at the University of Luton. His recent publications include a study of Antonioni's L'avventura for the BFI Film Classics series.

Reviews

This succinct volume is remarkably focused and ably succeeds in summarizing the progess of one of the most vital Euopean cinemas while still keeping and close eye on specific examples.
*Rebecca H. Bauman*

Resina’s examination of the culminating works of this remarkably intellectual film artist is exceptionally insightful, erudite, and penetrating.
*CHOICE*